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Choosing the best dining table for your space—whether it's a charming breakfast nook within the kitchen or a separate room dedicated to dinner parties—can be daunting. After all, the options are seemingly endless, and there are a lot of factors to consider including shape, material, and size. It doesn’t matter if you’re an avid entertainer or cooking for one, a stylish and practical table is a must when it comes to decorating your home, so consider this your cheat sheet for finding the very best dining tables.

Since a modern dining table is an essential piece of furniture, there are plenty of styles—midcentury modern, contemporary, and minimalist, to name a few—at every price point. So those balancing a plate on their knees or hunching over their coffee table because they don't want to shell out thousands, rejoice! Think a 1960s-inspired, 47-inch oak piece for under $150. Otherwise, opting for a statement-worthy piece in a bold color or unexpected material is never a bad idea.

The best dining tables, however, are the ones you’ll love as long as they last, which should be at least a few years. And unlike a sofa or a rug, dining tables are often designed to withstand quite a bit of wear and tear, so there’s no need to be too cautious. Here, we’ve rounded up the 15 best dining tables that are equal parts fashionable and functional, making Sunday brunches, late-night snacks, and everything in between a little bit more delicious.

Design Within Reach is famous for its impressive selection of midcentury modern furniture, and there's hardly a more iconic piece than Eero Saarinen’s pedestal table, which is 15% off for DWR’s semi-annual sale. Did we mention that it’s completely customizable? Choose between six materials for the top and three base finishes for your perfect look.

1stDibs is known for its enormous inventory—which is scattered throughout boutiques across the world—of rare antiques, but the online retailer also sells quite a few new and custom pieces, including this powder-coated steel and solid oak table. With glossy legs and a matte top, the Object 055 table certainly adds an elevated element to just about any space.

For those in a pinch, Amazon can come to your rescue. The 47-inch Panana table can be delivered anywhere in the U.S. within a week. For $149.99, it may not come with a white glove delivery service, but it doesn’t take more than 10 minutes to assemble, especially because it includes all of the parts and tools.

A dining table is typically not the most glamorous piece of furniture in the room, but West Elm is making us reconsider with its Silhouette pedestal table. Simple in shape, the Silhouette comprises of a marble top and an antique brass base. Note: since marble is a natural stone, it'll absorb liquid, so be careful what you spill!

Like Amazon, Wayfair can get you your items quickly. We’re loving the 63-inch Montauk dining table, which is available in three wood finishes: driftwood, rustic walnut, and barnwood. If you’re in the market for something with a slightly distressed look, the Montauk table is a solid find.

Serena & Lily has an undeniable coastal flair, but it’s not beach house-specific. Case in point: the St. Germain stone dining table, which reads more Parisian than Hamptons, if you ask us. With a stone top atop a brass base, this is one of the best dining tables and will last decades.

The Oatfield table may be better suited in a large home than a tiny apartment, but at 38 inches wide, it could work along any longer wall. Plus, it can seat up to eight people, which makes it a great option for anyone who likes to play host.

If you’re looking for a unique piece, Etsy is the place to go. This table may look small, but when you add the included leaf, it can seat up to six people. With its rounded corners and warm rosewood, this table will definitely spruce up your breakfast nook.

Sculptural in all the right places, AllModern’s Fischer round dining table offers a midcentury feel without the complications that can come with a vintage table (scratches, uneven legs, or distressed varnish). Whether you go classic and opt for the natural finish or take it up a notch and choose the black, you’ll still see the subtle grain variation.

There’s something nostalgic about this EveryRoom dining table. Maybe it’s the tempered glass top or perhaps the crisscrossed chrome legs. Because of the barely-there base and transparent top, the minimalist table basically disappears, making it the perfect piece for a small space.

Crate & Barrel may not be the most affordable of all the retailers, but it does offer luxury quality at surprisingly budget-friendly prices. The Parsons dining table, with its glass top and oak-glossy metal base, looks like it would go for thousands, but it’s less than $600. And it's on sale!

Scandinavian design swept across Europe (and eventually the U.S.) throughout the 1950s, but its clean, simple look is still on-trend. Anthropologie’s signature bohemian style perfectly complements the Scandi feel with its Maja dining table. Covered in a white oak veneer, the six-person table goes with just about anything.

Made in the 1960s in Germany, this teak mufuti (multifunctional) dining table is one of the few vintage pieces that doesn’t come with a crazy-high price tag. At just $189, the four-person table is like owning a piece of history from design’s most charismatic era. There are also pull-out wings that can accommodate an additional four people.

Crafted from solid oak, Arhaus’s Paleta dining table will easily be the star of the space. With a reeded pedestal base and a minimalist round tabletop, the Paleta—which seats up to six or eight people—is a solid must-buy.

Farmhouse-style dining tables are having a moment. Perhaps because they offer a sense of warmth that doesn’t always come with more contemporary-looking styles. We love this six-person rectangular table that isn’t so rustic and would complement any set of chairs you may already own.

"Solid hardwood is always a classic choice for durability and ease of maintenance," Interior designer Maureen Ursino of Ursino Interiors tells House Beautiful. "It is also fairly easy to repair compared to a glass or stone top, making it one of our go-to materials for family-friendly."

"A round table is best in rooms that are square (or circular!) because it proportionally fills the room and allows for the most seating and circulation space," Ursino adds.

House Beautiful's Associate Shopping Editor Jessica Cherner has rounded up the best tables at every price point. Plus, each one boasts a different style and material. You can rely on this list as a go-to guide when outfitting your dining area because we only include the best-rated pieces.